Tex-Mex Noodles

Serves 4
Time 45 min
Tex-Mex Noodles

Here's a quick and simple one-skillet dinner that proves the versatility of pasta in the kitchen. Buttermilk and zesty chili powder add Southwestern flair and unique flavor to this delightful dish. Serve with sour cream or shredded cheddar cheese sprinkled on top, and add a green salad for a complete meal. For a change of pace, try our Vegan Tempeh Tex-Mex Noodles.

Ingredients

    2 tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil
    1 poundlean ground beef or turkey
    1 smallyellow onion, chopped
    1 smallgreen bell pepper, chopped
    1 cupfresh or frozen corn kernels
    1 can (4-ounce)diced green chiles, drained
    1/2 pounddried macaroni or ziti
    4Roma tomatoes, chopped
    1 cupbuttermilk
    1 tablespoonchili powder
    1/4 teaspoonfine sea salt

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Method

Heat oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. 


Add beef, onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring frequently and breaking up beef with a wooden spoon, until beef is cooked through and onion is translucent, about 10 minutes. 


Add corn, chiles, pasta, tomatoes, buttermilk, chili powder and salt and stir thoroughly to combine. 


Bring to a boil, cover, lower the heat to low and cook until pasta is tender, about 30 minutes. 


Stir again, then spoon into bowls and serve.

Nutritional Info

Serving Size

Calories

590

Total Fat

21g

Saturated Fat

6g

Cholesterol

75mg

Sodium

570mg

Total Carbohydrate

67g

Dietary Fiber

7g

Total Sugars

12g

Protein

35g

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